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title: "UOW981 - Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064ada"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER"
published: "2026-07-03"
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# UOW981 - Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064ada

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has awarded a contract to ITS Software Systems Limited, trading as Eploy, for an Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) under contract number UOW981 2026/27. This procurement process, initiated through an open competition below the threshold, concluded with a signed contract on 22nd June 2026, with the period of service starting from 1st September 2026 and lasting until 31st August 2030. Located in Worcester, UK, the University sought services in the recruitment sector, classified under the CPV code 79600000. This procurement, awarded with a gross amount of £92,165, carries the possibility of three 12-month renewals post the initial period.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for service providers and small to medium-sized enterprises specialising in recruitment technology and software solutions. It highlights an open tender procurement process, allowing competitive bidding and providing fair opportunities for SMEs to engage in high-value contracts. Businesses adept in providing efficient and up-to-date recruitment solutions would find this sector of the market particularly beneficial, as there is a marked emphasis on quality and commercial viability. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, this procurement channel fosters a conducive atmosphere for SMEs to showcase their capabilities in the public sector, thereby expanding their offerings and market reach.

## Notice

The University's current Applicant Tracking System (ATS) has been in place since 2019 and the contract expires on 30th November 2026. A full open re-tender process is therefore now required to ensure the University retains use of a comprehensive and up-to-date system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062963-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,000 |
| Lots value | £84,000 |
| Awards value | £76,804 |
| Contracts value | £76,804 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ITS SOFTWARE SYSTEMS LIMITED T/A EPLOY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 15:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062963-2026
- 24 Jun 2026 at 09:44 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059277-2026
- 9 Feb 2026 at 10:22 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011266-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062963-2026
  3rd July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059277-2026
  24th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011266-2026
  9th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofworcester/
  Documents available via the In-Tend website

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eploy.com
- http://www.worcester.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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